Dress with a lap with his hands - simple patterns with a step by step description

Fashion is quite changeable, to replace one garment comes another. However, there are models that will never disappear - these are classic options. One example of a classic is a dress with a zapah.

Today released a huge number of such models by various famous fashion designers from around the world. However, to sew such a dress itself is not difficult. The main thing to do - it is to take measurements. Make a pattern, and decide which model will suit you.

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Rules for measuring and pattern construction for a dress with a zipper

For novice seamstresses, it is best to start sewing a dress with a classic cut, since the patterns for such models are made simple and clear. A classic among this style is the usual dress-coat with a scoop.

Before proceeding to work, it is necessary to take measurements, among which:

OB (neck circumference);
OB (hip circumference);
OB (shoulder circumference);
DL (shoulder length);
BST (height of back to waist);
DI (product length);
DR (sleeve length);
distance from armhole to waist.

In order for the measurements to be accurate, a number of conditions must be met:

the person from whom the measurements are taken, must stand straight, freely;
Measurements are taken on the body with a minimum of clothing (only in underwear);
An elastic band is tied around the waist of the person being measured;
The centimeter during the measurement should fit the body, because when the pattern will be built, the necessary adjustments will be made.

Algorithm of construction of the pattern of a simple model:

The first thing to do is to draw a large rectangle on a sheet of paper.
On the resulting geometric shape draws the neck of the product.
Set aside the shoulder bevels. Which starts from the edge of the neck.
After that, traced all the necessary necklines and slopes of the product.

Once the pattern is constructed it is worth rechecking all the dimensions, and then start cutting the fabric according to the available blanks.

Thanks to the basic pattern you can create other models in the future, more original and stylish. To do this, it is enough just to adjust some details.

Choice of material

What kind of dress will turn out, directly depends on several moments, among which is the type of fabric. After all, each of them will look perfect on a particular style of the product, for example:

Velvet or satin fabric will be suitable for a festive model, in which you can make a sensation while going out.
Linen and cotton, suitable for summer options. In such dresses you can go for a walk, visit the beach or go on a picnic.
Knitted material is suitable for everyday wear.
Silk/chiffon products are light, airy dresses in which will be comfortable during a visit to a restaurant, cafe or on a romantic date.
Knitted fabric is also suitable for everyday wear, as well as knitted products.

Important: When sewing, you should give preference to natural materials, it will help eliminate further problems that may arise with the further use of synthetics.

In addition, it is worth thinking about the event for which the dress is sewn, as well as the choice of material is played by individual preferences.

Fashionable dress with a zipper by hand: the scheme and description

The classic model of a dress with a zipper is a straight cut with the presence of a diagonal intersection of the silhouette and fixation of the shelf from the side. In fashion magazines such as "Burda" annually publishes new models of dresses of different silhouettes.

Each of them has its own distinctive features, not only in terms of material, but also in terms of style, for example:

Dresses with flared bottoms, asymmetrical hems and pencil skirts.
With sleeves or without, with drapery throughout the dress or in its separate part.
Length of dress - floor, knee length or short.
Fabric type - silk, velvet, cotton etc.
A variety of colors, prints, decorative trim and so on.

Also dresses are subdivided by season, by style. Consider some options in more detail.

Summer

To make a beach cute, no special skills are required. In fact, most often these models are made with straps, which gives the product lightness and airiness.

Straps may be both thin and wide, with or without weave. As a material it is better to choose light and thin fabrics.

For women in the body, such a dress will be just an indispensable part of the closet. It will help to camouflage problem areas of the body with the drapery at the point of plunging.

To do this suit perfectly any model of dress with a zipper, but you will need to make minor adjustments.

Fair sex with magnificent forms can sew a dress in the form of an open sundress, as well as a nice romantic dress with a sleeve on thin shoulder straps.

Particular attention should be paid to the length and style of the product and then without much trouble you can create a perfect beautiful dress. To do this, you can use the diagrams.

Short

The best way such a dress will look out of light, airy fabrics, such as silk, chiffon. The pattern can be made either by taking a ready-made template, or build it yourself after taking all the necessary measures.

To create beautiful folds, the fabric on the chest should either be twisted or spread with flounces.

We model the cut of the dress:

A ready-made standard pattern is taken, on which adjustments are made.
Bright color mark the contour with a marker.
Shapes the scent at the chest level. Model at the waist will be cut off.
Cut the resulting billet on a bright line.
Make a rounded bodice.
Rear cloth is made entirely to the waist.
The shoulder line is shortened by four centimeters, the neck is traced and highlighted with color one centimeter below the original line.
The sleeves remain unchanged.
To draw the skirt you need data regarding the length of the product and OT. Do not forget to add centimeters for the formation of folds.
Leave two centimeters for the allowances at the bottom and one and a half on both edges.

For the dress you will need two parts: the front fabric, the skirt and the sleeves.

Having started sewing, it is worth following a few basic rules:

During stitching, the blanks are placed facing each other;
The seams are sewn with a zigzag stitching or processed with an overlock;
The neck and neckline are trimmed with the usual oblique stitching;
Skirt is sewn with regular machine stitching;
The bottom of the garment is made into a pleat and then sewn to the top of the dress;
When working with the arms, the sides are stitched first, and only then are they joined to the main product;
The bottom of the dress is tucked and swept.

That's all the original lightweight shortened dress is ready, it is fashionable to wear it and go for a walk.

Business

Among this model there are some that are perfect for work in the office, going to a restaurant or just for a walk. It would seem to be an ordinary robe, however, it has quite an elegant look. The pattern of such a dress, though complicated, but very attractive.

It is made as well as previous models on the basis of a classic one. However, this piece will have its own subtleties - a removable sash and other minor nuances, which can be seen in the schemes and in the description to the product.

With sleeves

Sew such a model, as well as the usual classic dress with a smell. Its distinctive feature is the sleeves. They can be different lengths (short, ¾, long) and styles.

The pattern will be identical to the one we considered at the very beginning. All the changes will concern only the sleeves. What they are and how they are made, is given in a detailed description and on the schemes.

Made of knitwear

For a romantic date or a social event is definitely used the original knitted dress with a zipper. The best option would be if the length of this product will be to the floor. Build a pattern in this case, as shown in the photo.

Important! During the creation of the pattern, it is worth taking into account one fact - the indents on the allowance are not left here, as the material has a feature to stretch.

For a more romantic version, a deep neckline is made.

With a half-length skirt

Those who do not want to be like everyone else, this version of the dress with a very puffy skirt is ideal. For this purpose, the bottom in the form of a half-skirt is used.

The pattern is almost the same as on simple models. For the bodice you can choose any style, the most important condition is that it is in harmony with the bottom of the dress. Variants of such dresses with a half-slip skirt can be seen in the photos below.

Thanks to this style every member of the fair sex will look elegant, stylish and mysterious at the same time. The figure will also become chiseled. So you should not give up this retro style.

Made of velvet.

This model will perfectly sit on young fashionistas with size forty-two or forty-four. To create such a masterpiece you will need:

A piece of velvet (stretch) - 2.2 meters
Piece of satin (for lining) - 1.7 meters
Thread of a nude shade
Needles
Overlock
Sewing machine
Scissors

To begin with, you should make the patterns in the following quantities:

Bodice (front) - 2 pcs + two for lining
A bodice (back) - 2 pcs.+ two for lining
Skirt details (back) - 2 pcs + two for lining
Skirt details (right front, left front) - one each + for lining
Belt - 1 piece.
Tie ties for the belt - 2 pcs.
Sleeve - 2 pcs.

Important! When cutting the material, it is necessary to take into account the fact that velvet, depending on the direction of the pile, can change color and its saturation. Those who want to get a monochrome product, it is worth to cut out parts, having arranged a piece of velvet so that the pile was in the same direction.

If there is a desire to differentiate the bodice and bottom of the dress, then you can unroll the fabric during cutting. Sewing the dress will be carried out as on the standard model.

In each model of dress with a zipper has its own little nuances that make the product unique and unique. It is worth daring to try and sew yourself one of these dresses.